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SUMMARY:MyBizDay Vancouver Island
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \nMyBizDayVancouver Island is a full-day education event featuring workshops\,exhibits and networking for small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business. \nThis event happens on Wednesday\, November 9\, 2016 at VictoriaConference Centre and includes these presentations: \n• Market Research: Find Data That Works for You – Presented bySmall Business BC \n• Financing and Start-Up Money – Presented by TD Bank Group \n• Protecting Your Small Business – Presented by TruShieldInsurance \n• Introduction to TaxSense for Your Business – Presented by Loren\,Nancke & Company\, CPAs \n• Getting Your Business Ahead in International Trade – Presentedby UPS \n• Maximize Your Digital Presence and Reach More Customers –Presented by Yellow Pages The public and small business community is encouraged to join SmallBusiness BC on the MyBizDay tour. For more information or to register\,visit sbbc.co/mbdvi16.
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/mybizday-vancouver-island/
LOCATION:Victoria Conference Centre\, 720 Douglas St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W3M7\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161025T193000
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SUMMARY:A Community Forum on Business and Economic Development
DESCRIPTION:Taking the Pulse of Ladysmith’s Business Community \nWorking together\, the Town of Ladysmith\, the Ladysmith Downtown Business Association\, and the Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce organized Business Walk 2016: a day in June that was dedicated to learning more about our local businesses through face-to-face interviews on their turf.   The results have now been tabulated and a report prepared.  To share the findings of the report the partners are hosting…  \nA COMMUNITY FORUM ON BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT\nTuesday\, October 25th\, 2016\n6:00 – 7:30 pm\nLadysmith Senior Centre\, 630 – 2nd Avenue\, Ladysmith  \nFor more information or to reserve a seat please call the Chamber of Commerce.\nAll are welcome but seating may be limited.\n(250) 245-2112 
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/a-community-forum-on-business-and-economic-development/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161018T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161018T190000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Business Mixer
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATE SMALL BUSINESS MONTH\nJOIN US FOR A \nCHAMBER BUSINESS MIXER\nHosted by Paul Nettleton of Robson O’Connor Law Office.\n\n\nYou are invited to come check out the new Secondary Location for Robson O’Connor Law office providing real estate transactions\, transfers\, mortgages/refinances\, purchase and sale transactions.\nConnect with local businesses. Pop in and get social. Enjoy!\nWHEN:  Tuesday\, October 18\, 2016.\nWHERE: 318 1st Ave\, Ladysmith\, BC. V9G 1B4\nView Map\nTIME:  5pm to 7pm\nCOST: Free\nRSVP: 250-245-2112 or email\nAppetizers and refreshments will be provided.\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/chamber-business-mixer-3/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161023
DTSTAMP:20260406T155801
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SUMMARY:Small Business Week
DESCRIPTION:Every year during BDC Small Business WeekTM\, we recognize Canadian entrepreneurs and small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) from coast‑to‑coast. During the third week of October each year\, we take a step back to take stock of the important role they play in creating overall prosperity. This is of even greater importance in times of economic instability. \nDetails coming soon for local events.
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/small-business-week/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160913T170000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Business Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Business Mixer Hosted by Oyster Bay Beach House and the 49th Parallel Grocery.    Mayor Aaron Stone will be there to say a few words as well as in introduce us to our new City Manager\, Guillermo Ferrero.  Appetizers and refreshments will be provided. \nRSVP by Friday\, September 9th\, 2016
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/chamber-business-mixer-2/
LOCATION:Oyster Bay Beach House\, 5118 Brenton Page Road\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G 1L6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160623T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160623T193000
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SUMMARY:Cowichan Chambers Kick Off Summer BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Chamber’s annual Kick Off Summer event. This year we’re having a BBQ at the Visitor Centre. This is a rain-or-shine\, bring your-own-lawn chair event. Vancouver Island Event Catering is running the barbie\, and Unsworth Vineyards\, Enrico Winery\, Rocky Creek Winery\,  Averill Creek Vineyard\, Damali Lavender & Winery and Blue Grouse Estate Winery are pouring samples. Plus the  Time to Heal team will be on-site offering “try-it” massages! \nCowichan Chambers Kick Off Summer BBQ \nThurs. June 23\, 5:30 pm \n$25 Tax Incl.  |  Cash Bar \nCowichan Regional Visitor Ctr\, Bell McKinnon & Trans Canada \nRegister online or Contact the Chamber: chamber@duncancc.bc.ca | 250.748.1111
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/cowichan-chambers-kick-off-summer-bbq/
LOCATION:Cowichan Regional Visitor Centre\, 2896 Drinkwater Rd\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 6C2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Business Walk 2016
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the Town of Ladysmith and the Ladysmith Downtown Business Association\, the Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce is helping to organize a Business Walk 2016 on Wednesday\, June 22\, 2016.   \nA “Business Walk” is a day dedicated to learning more about our local businesses through face-to-face interviews on their turf.   Volunteer teams will be going door to door from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and they will be asking business owners or managers a few questions about their businesses.  All information will be kept strictly confidential.   By taking the time to answer just a few questions\, these folks will be providing valuable information that area support agencies (like the Town\,  Chamber and LDBA) will use to develop programs and services  to  support and help grow our local businesses. \nWe are looking for volunteers to take part in this important event.  If you are able to help from 1:00 to 4:00 on Wednesday\, June 22\, please contact Mark Drysdale\, who is organizing the Chamber’s volunteer effort.  He can be reached at 250.245.2112\, or by email .  If you’re a business owner\, please make sure you are available in your establishment on Wednesday\, June 22nd so you can be a part of this important event and your voice can be heard. \nRead More…
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/business-walk-2016/
LOCATION:Ladysmith\, Ladysmith\, British Columbia\, V9G 1A4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Holland Creek Partnership Open House & Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OPEN HOUSE & PUBLIC MEETING \nEagles Hall: 921-1st Ave\, Ladysmith\, BC. \nThursday\, June 16\, 2016 \nOpen House 5 – 7 pm \nPublic Meeting starts at 7pm \nThe Holland Creek partnership invites citizens of Ladysmith to a public open house on Thursday\, June 16\, 2016 at the Eagles Hall.  Open House is from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. with the Public Meeting starting at 7pm. \nProject consultants will be in attendance to answer any questions. \nThe application can be viewed on the website:  www.hollandcreek.ca
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/holland-creek-partnership-open-house-public-meeting/
LOCATION:Eagles Hall\, 921-1st Ave\, Ladysmith \, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160601T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160601T180000
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SUMMARY:Tourism Cowichan Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Tourism Cowichan Society at our Town Hall Meetings\nThe Tourism Cowichan Society (TCS) is the new destination marketing association for the region. We have developed a multi-level tactical campaign to bring business to the valley and new dollars to the marketing budget.\nThe current $120\,000 annual budget will be matched with an additional $138\,000 from Destination BC. This\, alongside stakeholder investment\, will substantially increase the capabilities of the marketing reach and effectiveness in just the first year alone.\nStrategic alliances with Tourism Vancouver Island\, Destination BC and Tourism Victoria are being formed\, and other funding options\, such as the Municipal Regional District Tax\, are being explored. \nLearn about\n* Structure of the new Tourism Cowichan Society ~ and how you can get involved\n* Destination BC Cooperative Marketing Funding\n* Municipal & Regional District Tax opportunity\n* Savour Cowichan Festival \nProvide input and feedback\nBe part of the change that will drive tourism to the region! \nSign up as a registered stakeholder – for free\nto receive added benefits immediately and have an ongoing say in the future of Cowichan as a tourism destination.\nPlease RSVP HERE\, with the location of the meeting(s) you wish to attend in the subject line. \nWednesday May 25\, 5pm\nMerridale Cider\n1230 Merridale Rd\, Cobble Hill \nThursday May 26\, 5pm\nBest Western Cowichan Valley Inn\n6474 Trans Canada Hwy\, Duncan\nTuesday May 31\, 5pm\nChemainus Theatre\n9737 Chemainus Rd\, Chemainus \n  \nWednesday June 1\, 4pm\nCountry Grocer Meeting Room\n83 Lk Cowichan Rd\,Lake Cowichan
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/tourism-cowichan-town-hall-meeting-2016-06-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160426T150000
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SUMMARY:Community Gaming Grant Information Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The BC Association for Charitable Gaming (BCACG) is a non-profit society that represents and supports community groups applying for a Community Gaming Grant. David Sheach is the Executive Director and is presenting an information workshop about Community Gaming Grants. This workshop will help you prepare an accurate application and manage the funding according to the conditions of the grant – and answer your questions too. \nApplications are accepted by sector and you are encouraged to submit your applications early. \n\n\n\nArts and Culture\nApply from Feb 1 – May 31\nFinal notification: Aug 31Sport\nApply from Feb 1 – May 31\nFinal notification: Aug 31\nPublic Safety\nApply from Jul 1 – Aug 31\nFinal notification: Nov 30Environment\nApply from Jul 1 – Aug 31\nFinal notification: Nov 30\n  Human and Social Services\nApply from Aug 1 – Nov 30\nFinal notification: Feb 28\n\n\n\nOur workshops review the eligibility requirements\, program description and details\, budget\, in-kind support\, volunteers and key considerations when accounting for activities. \nJoin the BCACG. The annual fee is $50/year if you get less than $50\,000 and $100/year if you get more than $100\,000 in Community Gaming Grant funding. A membership application is available to print from the website. \nThe work shop will be Tuesday April 26\, 2016\, 3-6pm at: \nRoyal Canadian Legion\, Branch 171\n621 1st Avenue\nLadysmith\, BC  V9G 1A2 \nRSVP TO DIANE AT 250-245-2273  OR EMAIL rcl171@shaw.ca
URL:https://www.ladysmithcofc.com/events/community-gaming-grant-information-workshop/
LOCATION:Royal Canadian Legion Branch 171\, 621 1st Avenue\, Ladysmith\, BC\, V9G1A2 \, Canada
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